Adam is 38 years old and has never been married. Benjamin, age 15, is Adams brother who lived with him all year. Adam provided all of Benjamin's support and provided over half the cost of keeping up the home. Adam earned $46,000 in wages. Adam is blind and cannot be claimed as a dependent by another taxpayer. Adam and Benjamin are U.S. citizens, have valid Social Security numbers, and lived in the U.S. the entire year 1. What is the most advantageous filing status allowable that Adam can claim on his tax return for 2023? a. Single b. Head of Household c. Qualifying Surviving Spouse (QSS)

2. Adam can claim a higher standard deduction because he is blind. true or false